Description
Looking for the best lemon cheesecake crumb bars? This easy and quick recipe is simple, bright, and creamy! Perfect for brunch, spring parties, or a healthy dessert idea, these bars are the best way to enjoy lemon cheesecake in handheld form. Great for freezing and serving anytime!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt, then cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press 2/3 of the mixture into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, egg, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Spread filling over the crust and top with remaining crumbs.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until center is set and topping is golden.
- Cool completely, chill for 2 hours, then slice into bars.
Notes
- Press crust firmly for a sturdier base.
- Chill thoroughly before cutting for clean slices.
- Try with lime or orange for a citrus variation.
- Freeze layered with parchment for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American